In 1974 Tibetan scholar Chogyam Trungpa established the Naropa Institute as a liberal arts college concentrating on contemplative studies. That same year Allen Ginsberg and Ann Waldman opened the Jack Kerouac School of Disembodied Poets at the institute. Accredited in 1986, the institute draws students from around the world. Focusing on social science, humanities and creative arts, the college offers B.A., M.A., and M.F.A. degree programs. Periodic public lectures from prominent speakers cover topics from art therapy to balancing science and religion in everyday life.
Founded in 2007, the purpose of CESR is to advance the Leeds School’s commitment to preparing future leaders to confront social, environmental, and ethical challenges related to modern business. CESR is responsible for the infusion of values discussion in the classroom based on ethical issues in business, and the importance of corporate social responsibility.
